Effect Of Screen Time Research Articles

The Effect of Screen Time and Positive School Factors in the Pathway to Child and Youth Mental Health Outcomes.

Beyond achievement, educational settings offer informal supports that may be critical for child and youth mental health. However, children's educational environments have experienced significant disruption with the coronavirus pandemic. School settings offer unique opportunities to support children's mental health, but research must identify powerful points of intervention. This study examined school factors (aspirations, perceived competence, sense of belonging, and emotional engagement) as predictors of children's mental health, and the potential consequences of increasing screen time in and outside of school. Participants (N = 707) were parents and their children (6-18 years) from community and clinical settings who completed prospective surveys about children's school experiences and mental health symptoms (November 2020-May 2022). Standardized measures of depression, anxiety, irritability, inattention, and hyperactivity were collected. Structural equation modelling tested longitudinal associations between screen time, school factors, and mental health outcomes. Positive associations between each of the school factors (B = 0.14 [SE = 0.04] to B = 0.43 [SE = 0.04]) suggested they may reinforce one another. Longitudinally, sense of belonging and emotional engagement at school predicted lower severity for symptoms of depression, anxiety, irritability, and inattention (B=-0.14 [SE = 0.07] to B =-0.33 [SE = 0.10]). Greater screen time was associated with lower aspirations and perceived competence (B = - 0.08 [SE = 0.04] to B = - 0.13 [SE = 0.06]). Results suggest that school factors beyond achievement may be key correlates of child and youth mental health. While curriculum expectations emphasize academic achievement, an investment in supporting positive attitudes and aspirations at school is also warranted.

Effect of screen time and physical activity on sleep quality among adolescents

Background: India houses the largest population of adolescents globally, with an estimated 253 million individuals between the ages of 10 to 19 years. Modifiable lifestyle behaviors such as physical activity, screen time use, and sleep patterns are important components of healthy life and have an impact on behavioral outcomes, performance-based outcomes, mental and emotional well-being, and the physical health of adolescents. The purpose of this study was to assess sleep quality and to determine its association with screen time and physical activity among adolescents. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 317 study participants in Mysuru city, Karnataka. Convenience sampling technique was used for data collection. Descriptive statistics and association were analyzed using statistical package for the social sciences (SPSS) version 22. Results: The study found 22.1% prevalence of poor sleep quality among study participants in Mysuru city, Karnataka. The average levels of screen times were higher on weekend than weekday. Moreover, specific types of screen time, such as small screen recreation on weekends and education and social activities on weekdays, were associated with poorer sleep quality. The study also observed physical activity, particularly during leisure time and travel is significantly associated with sleep quality. Conclusions: The prevalence of poor sleep quality among study participants was significantly higher. Maintaining healthy sleep habits, incorporating yoga, meditation, or physical activity can effectively relax the mind and should be promoted in schools, and limiting the use of electronic devices before bedtime is crucial for improving sleep quality.

Establishing priorities in child health: Giving parents and youth a voice.

Parents and youth across Alberta were engaged to identify specific research questions that are a priority to them. Two lists, containing 27 topics were developed with local parent and youth advisory groups, and sent to participants via online questionnaires. Topics were rated from one (least important) to five (most important) and ranked in order of priority. Initial questionnaires were completed by 263 (46%) parents and 308 (54%) youth. Parents rated five topics (behaviour, learning, and developmental disorders; mental health; food, environment and lifestyle; quality of health care; and vaccines) and youth rated four topics (brain and nerve health; mental health; quality of health care; and vaccines) as a high priority. Research questions stemming from 4 parent (12 [5%]) and 6 youth (21 [7%]) focus group discussions were then ranked in a second questionnaire, completed by 43 (43%) parents and 56 (56%) youth. Parents' highest ranked research question was 'What is the effect of screen time on cognition and neurodevelopment for children and adolescents?', while the highest ranked question from youth was 'What are the early signs of anxiety and depression and when should an individual seek help?'. These topics highlight areas that are important to parents and youth where funding, research, and knowledge mobilization efforts should be directed.

An Investigation into the Effect of Screen Time on Sleep Quality Amongst Third Level Students

An Investigation into the Effect of Screen Time on Sleep Quality Amongst Third Level Students

The Effect of screen time on Children’s Behaviour

As more of their leisure time is spent with screens such as iPhones, tablets, computer games, and television, parents, health experts, and educators are concerned about the impact of screen time on children’s well-being. Excessive screen usage has a negative impact on the verbal, emotional, and physical growth of children. Because children and teenagers are naturally drawn to screens, the aim is to teach them how to use them responsibly. Screens may help promote self-esteem and give numerous chances for learning and growth when used with good screen objectives and abilities. Children, especially those above the age of three, respond to interactive programming that is entertaining, suited to them, and stimulates imitation or participation. Dynamic video games may encourage light-to-moderate or acceptable physical exercise in the near future. Families and child care providers may include more physical activity into daily routines by using fun, age-appropriate exercise (e.g., yoga or dance) and fitness apps or videogames. As a result of these concerns, parents are being advised to limit their children’s screen time on a daily basis, with particular time constraints for children and a general guideline to minimize screen time in teenagers. Key words: screen time, children's behaviour

Visualized Analysis of Research Publications on Physical Activity among Higher Education Students

ABSTRACT Background Unhealthy lifestyle habits developed during university years could continue into adulthood. Purpose To analyze and map worldwide publications on physical activity among university students. Method A pre-validated search strategy was used to find relevant articles in the Scopus database. The study period represented three decades (1993–2022). Results The method retrieved 919 articles. More than half of the articles (n = 491; 53.4%) were published between 2019 and 2022. The International Journal of Environmental and Public Health was the most prolific, but articles published in the PLOS ONE journal were the most influential. Research on the impact of physical activity on mental health (n = 236; 25.7%) was the largest research theme, followed by that on body weight (n = 144; 15.7%). Articles on the effect of screen time and mobile phone use on physical activity received the highest number of citations, while those on physical activity during the COVID-19 pandemic received the highest number of citations per year. Discussion The current study provided baseline information on the research activity on physical activity among a category of assumingly healthy individuals. Translation to Health Education Practice: University students need to be targeted to increase their engagement in physical activity.

Effect of Screen Time on Compulsive Eating Behavior and Nutritional Status of Children

Effect of Screen Time on Compulsive Eating Behavior and Nutritional Status of Children

Effect of Screen Time on Eye Dryness

Purpose: To determine the relationship between screen time and dry eye: A hospital based study. Study Design: Cross sectional, observational. Place and Duration of Study: Helper’s eye hospital, Quetta from June 2020 to August 2021. Methods: There were 62 subjects, age 13 – 71 years, either gender with dry eye symptoms, normal anterior and posterior segment and daily use of screen devices such as mobile and laptop. Tear film break-up time was performed in all the patients to confirm dry eye using fluorescein strip. Screen time per day was graded as mild (< 2 hours), moderate (2 – 6 hours) and marked (> 6 hours). Chi square test was performed for data analysis on SPSS version 23 and P≤0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: Mean age of the patients was 44.34 ± 16.43. There were 66.1% females and 33.9% males. The commonest symptom was itching (35.5%). Tear film break up time test was positive in 37 (59.7%). Out of 18 patients with mild screen time, 10 (55.5 %) subjects had dry eye. Out of the 23 subjects with moderate screen time, 17 (73.9%) had dry eye while out of 21 subjects with severe screen time, 10 (47.6%) had dry eye. The results of our study were not statistically significant with p value 0.189. Conclusion: There is no association between increased screen time and the dry eye. However, care must be taken to prevent the discomfort arising from excessive screen time.

Effect Of Screen-Time on Obesity: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Within few years, there is a quick increase in ratios showing more than quarter of Pakistani adults is obese which is a serious concern to their health. This obesity is often associated with increased usage of screen such as mobile, TV and computers. The objective of the study was to assess the association between screen-time and obesity co-relating with factors such as snack and fizzy drink uptake, exercise and mental health. Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed on 257 participants of Karachi, Pakistan, aged 5 to 60 years from both genders. A questionnaire was filled asking about their screen usage, eating habits, exercise routine and BMI. The data was analyzed by using Student T test & ANOVA to assess the significance of obesity with screen-time and other often associated factors. Results: On statistical analysis, the results showed that the P- value between obese and non-obese group for screen-time was p=0.557 in females and p=0.488 in males respectively. Similarly, P-value for eating habits and physical activity between the obese and non-obese group were insignificant. Conclusion: Based on the given statistical data increase in screen-time lacks direct and indirect association with obesity and its risk factors. Hence further research needs to be conducted to find a scientific co-relation between the two factors.

The effect of screen time on the presentation and treatment of primary monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis

BackgroundWe aimed to investigate if there was any relationship between screen time (ST) and the severity of primary monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (PMNE) and treatment success.MethodsThis study was conducted in urology and child and adolescent phsychiatry clinic in Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University Hospital. After diagnosis patients were seperated by the ST for exploring causation. Group 1 > 120, Group 2 < 120 (min/day). For the the treatment response, patients were grouped again. Group 3 patients were administered 120 mcg Desmopressin Melt (DeM) and were requested < 60 min ST. Patients in Group 4 were given 120 mcg DeM solely.ResultsThe first stage of the study included 71 patients. The ages of the patients ranged from 6 to 13. Group 1 comprised 47 patients, 26 males and 21 females. Group 2 comprised 24 patients,11 males and 13 famales. Median age was 7 years in both groups. The groups were similar in respect of age and gender (p = 0.670, p = 0.449, respectively). A significant relationship was determined between ST and PMNE severity. Severe symptoms were seen at the rate of 42.6% in the Group 1, and at 16.7% in the Group 2 (p = 0.033). 44 patients completed the second stage of the study. Group 3 comprised 21 patients, 11 males and 10 females. Group 4 comprised 23 patients,11 males and 12 famales. Median age was 7 years in both groups. The groups were similar in respect of age and gender (p = 0.708, p = 0.765, respectively). Response to treatment was determined as full response in 70% (14/20) in Group 3 and in 31% (5/16) in Group 4 (p = 0.021). Failure was determined in 5% (1/21) in Group 3 and in 30% (7/23) in Group 4 (p = 0.048). Recurrence was determined at a lower rate in Group 3 where ST was restricted (7% vs. 60%, p = 0.037).ConclusionHigh screen exposure may be a factor for PMNE aetiology. And also reducing ST to a normal range can be an easy and beneficial method for treatment of PMNE.Trial Registration ISRCTN15760867(www.isrctn.com). Date of registration: 23/05/2022. This trial was registered retrospectively.

Effect of screen time on behavior of pre-schoolers in Islamabad.

Early years of childhood form the basis of intelligence, personality, social behaviour, and capacity to learn and nurture oneself as an adult. Our objective was to find out the effects of screen time on behavior of pre-schoolers, which could provide scientific grounds to the control of digital screen time. A cross sectional survey was conducted in four private preschools of Islamabad from June -November 2021. A sample size of 200 children ages three-five years were selected through multistage random sampling using a parental questionnaire. Children were grouped based on daily screen time of ≤60 minutes or >60 minutes. Analysis was made based on the Child behavior checklist for ages eighteen months-five years results. Cronbach's alpha coefficient was found to be 0.925. It was analyzed using SPSS version 22. Chi-square test, independent sample t-test and multi linear regression were applied to determine the association and significance levels between the variables. Study results indicate increased screen time was statistically significant with child's age, education level and employment status of mothers. It was observed that pre-schoolers with screen time of > 60 minutes tend to suffer more from withdrawal syndrome (11.94±3.91, p = 0.014) sleep problems (10.97±3.20, p = 0.010) and Autism spectrum problems (17.66±5.89, p = 0.047) as compared to pre-schoolers with screen time ≤60 minutes. Strongest predictor of outcome variable was found to be mothers education level (ß = 21.53). Study findings revealed that excessive screen time has deleterious effect and is associated with behavioural problems of pre-schoolers.

The Effect of Screen Time on Learning Achievement to Fifth Grade Students of Public Elementary Schools in Kebumen Sub-District in Academic Year of 2021/2022

&lt;p&gt;Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh &lt;em&gt;screen time&lt;/em&gt; terhadap prestasi belajar siswa kelas V SD Negeri di Kecamatan Kebumen pada tahun ajaran 2021/2022. Metode penelitian kuantitatif digunakan pada penelitian ini dengan populasi 1.304 siswa dan sampel 316 siswa. Pengambilan data dilakukan dengan kuesioner dan dokumentasi. Persyaratan analisis data adalah sebaran data yang normal dan terdapat hubungan linier. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini adalah analisis regresi linier sederhana dengan batas toleransi kesalahan 5%. Analisis regresi linier menunjukkan nilai sig. 0,000 &amp;lt; 0,05 yang artinya terdapat pengaruh &lt;em&gt;screen time&lt;/em&gt; terhadap prestasi belajar siswa. Sumbangan pengaruh tersebut sebesar 3,8% yang menunjukkan kontribusi &lt;em&gt;screen time&lt;/em&gt; pada prestasi belajar siswa kelas V SD. Sebanyak 96,2% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain.&lt;em&gt; &lt;/em&gt;Penelitian menghasilkan kesimpulan bahwa ada pengaruh &lt;em&gt;screen time&lt;/em&gt; terhadap prestasi belajar siswa kelas V SD Negeri di Kecamatan Kebumen tahun ajaran 2021/2022.&lt;/p&gt;

Concussion prolonged with unrestricted screen time

Macnow T, Curran T, Tolliday C, Martin K, McCarthy M, Ayturk D, et al. Effect of Screen Time on Recovery from Concussion: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Pediatr. 2021;175:1124-31.QuestionAmong adolescents and young adults with concussion, what is the clinical efficacy of unrestricted screen time, compared with screen-time abstinence, as measured by the Post-Concussive Symptom Scale (PCSS)?DesignSingle-center parallel-design randomized clinical trial.SettingUniversity of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester.ParticipantsChildren 12-25 years old, presenting to the ED within 24 hours of a head injury.InterventionScreen time permitted vs abstinence for 48 hours after injury.OutcomesDays to resolution of symptoms (resolution = PCSS score ≤ 3).Main ResultsMedian recovery time and screen-time minutes were longer in the screen-time permitted group compared with the abstinence group: 8.0 days and 630 minutes compared with 3.5 days and 130 minutes, P = .03 for recovery time, non-overlapping interquartile ranges for screen-time minutes, respectively.ConclusionsScreen–time abstinence improves concussion recovery time.CommentaryUsing a well-designed RCT, Macnow et al answered a common question from caregivers - should screen time be avoided after acute concussion. The evidence provided is compelling, not just because the difference in outcome was profound, but because the intervention is benign. Asking patients to minimize screen time for 48 hours, provides caregivers with actionable practical advice that is unlikely to cause significant harm. It is important to note that given the subjective nature of concussion symptoms and the inability to blind subjects, screen time restrictions may have had a placebo effect which encouraged reduced symptom reporting. Further research is necessary to replicate these findings, better understand the ideal duration of screen-time restriction, and the biopsychosocial mechanisms underpinning its benefit. However, until that research is completed, restricting screen time during the first 48 hours of injury should become the standard advice in the acute phase of concussion recovery. The pandemic has shown us that for children, screen time is not always discretionary. This study provides the evidence-based guidance that caregivers need to advocate for their children during acute concussion recovery. Macnow T, Curran T, Tolliday C, Martin K, McCarthy M, Ayturk D, et al. Effect of Screen Time on Recovery from Concussion: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Pediatr. 2021;175:1124-31. QuestionAmong adolescents and young adults with concussion, what is the clinical efficacy of unrestricted screen time, compared with screen-time abstinence, as measured by the Post-Concussive Symptom Scale (PCSS)? Among adolescents and young adults with concussion, what is the clinical efficacy of unrestricted screen time, compared with screen-time abstinence, as measured by the Post-Concussive Symptom Scale (PCSS)? DesignSingle-center parallel-design randomized clinical trial. Single-center parallel-design randomized clinical trial. SettingUniversity of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester. University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester. ParticipantsChildren 12-25 years old, presenting to the ED within 24 hours of a head injury. Children 12-25 years old, presenting to the ED within 24 hours of a head injury. InterventionScreen time permitted vs abstinence for 48 hours after injury. Screen time permitted vs abstinence for 48 hours after injury. OutcomesDays to resolution of symptoms (resolution = PCSS score ≤ 3). Days to resolution of symptoms (resolution = PCSS score ≤ 3). Main ResultsMedian recovery time and screen-time minutes were longer in the screen-time permitted group compared with the abstinence group: 8.0 days and 630 minutes compared with 3.5 days and 130 minutes, P = .03 for recovery time, non-overlapping interquartile ranges for screen-time minutes, respectively. Median recovery time and screen-time minutes were longer in the screen-time permitted group compared with the abstinence group: 8.0 days and 630 minutes compared with 3.5 days and 130 minutes, P = .03 for recovery time, non-overlapping interquartile ranges for screen-time minutes, respectively. ConclusionsScreen–time abstinence improves concussion recovery time. Screen–time abstinence improves concussion recovery time.

Effect of Screen Time on Physical and Mental Health and Eating Habits During COVID-19 Lockdown in Lebanon.

Objective This study aimed to explore whether screen time and the screen type impacted various health aspects of children, including physical activity (PA), sleep quality, and eating habits. Additionally, we investigated whether children’s eating behavior while using electronic devices affects their physical and mental health. Methods We conducted an online survey asking for screen use (duration, type, and purpose), PA, eating habits, sleep problems, and level of depression. The participants were children between the ages of 3 and 7 years, and the survey was answered by the participants’ parents from March 3 to March 20, 2021. Results A screen time of ≥2 h in children was associated with various clinical characteristics, such as body mass index (BMI), sleep problems, depression, decreased PA, and unusual eating habits. Children’s food eating behavior while using electronic devices was predicted by a total screen time ≥2 h, smartphone screen time ≥2 h, sleep problems, owning electronic devices, and eating unhealthy food. Conclusion There was an interplay among children’s PAs, eating behaviors, depression, sleep problems, and screen time in this pandemic era. Therefore, guiding children on the correct use of electronic devices and helping them eat healthy are paramount during this COVID-19 pandemic.

Effect of Screen Time on Behavior of Preschoolers in Islamabad: Descriptive Cross-sectional Study

Background The early years of childhood form the basis of intelligence, personality, social behavior, and the capacity to learn and nurture oneself as an adult. It is increasingly recognized that early and longer exposure to screens has adverse effects on the development of children. This research was significant in finding out the effects of screen time on the behavior of preschoolers, which could provide scientific grounds to the control of digital screen time. Objective We aimed to determine the effect of electronic exposure on the behavior, emotional development, and sleep quality of preschoolers and determine the average number of hours preschoolers spend with electronic devices in Islamabad. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted in 4 private preschools of Islamabad. A sample of 200 children aged 3 to 5 years was selected through multistage random sampling. The sociodemographic characteristics and screen time of the children were acquired by using parental questionnaires. Children were grouped based on a daily screen time of ≤60 minutes or &gt;60 minutes. An analysis was conducted based on the results of the Child Behavior Checklist for children aged 1.5 to 5 years. The Cronbach α coefficient was found to be .925. It was analyzed by using SPSS version 22 (IBM Corporation). A chi-square test, an independent sample t test, and multilinear regression were applied to determine the associations and significance levels between the variables. Results The study results indicate that increased screen time was found to be statistically significant with regard to a child’s age, their education level, and the employment status of mothers. It was observed that preschoolers with a screen time of &gt;60 minutes (mean 11.94, SD 3.91; P=.01) tend to more commonly experience withdrawn syndrome than those with a screen time of ≤60 minutes (mean 10.72, SD 3.01). Similarly, sleep problems were also more commonly observed in preschoolers with a screen time of &gt;60 minutes (mean 10.97, SD 3.20; P=.01) when compared to those with a screen time ≤60 minutes (mean 9.90, SD 2.59). It was also observed that increased screen time had an association with autism spectrum problems among preschoolers with a screen time of &gt;60 minutes (mean 17.66, SD 5.89; P=.047) when compared to those among preschoolers with a screen time of ≤60 minutes (mean 16.17, SD 4.58). The strongest predictor of the outcome variable was found to be mothers’ education level (ß=21.53). Conclusions The findings reveal that excessive screen time is a deleterious factor associated with the behavioral problems of preschoolers. Parents must also think about their child’s screen time. This requires parents’ active engagement and constant attention, so that the development and growth of their children are not affected adversely.

The Effect of Screen Time, Period and Maternal Education Level on the Development of Obesity in Adolescents

The Effect of Screen Time, Period and Maternal Education Level on the Development of Obesity in Adolescents

NewsCAP: Effect of screen time on concussion recovery.

NewsCAP: Effect of screen time on concussion recovery.

A survey of violence and vulgarity in children television programs: a content analysis, and assessment of perceptions of parents and children (ViCTiM study)

Abstract Objectives: To quantify the depiction of violence and vulgarity in television programmes for children, and to assess the perception and practices of parents and children about television programmes meant for children. Methods: We conducted this mixed-methods cross-sectional study in Karachi, Pakistan in the months of August-September 2018, after approval from the ethics review board of Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi. First, a content analysis of over 102 hours of various television programmes meant for children was performed in the light of the guidelines set out by the World Health Organisation, the United States Federal Communication Commission and the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority. Seven trained researchers sampled the children prime time throughout a week, including the weekends, using a structured tally sheet. Subsequently, interviews were conducted with dyad of parent-children from the employees’ list of a public-sector university. A questionnaire was also administered to assess the practices and perceptions of the parents-children dyad about the programmes. Data was analysed using SPSS 24. Results: Of the 173 subjects, 84(48.6%) were parents and 89(51.4%) were children. The mean age of the children was 89 children 9.8±3.7 years. Content analysis comprised 6130 minutes, of which 5442(88.8%) had depictions of violence and vulgarity. Depiction of violence and vulgarity was prevalent on television channels that were watched the most, but there was no significant difference in this regard (p=0.238). Of the parents, 68(81%) expressed concern over the effect of screen time and content on the mental health of their children.

78 Asking, listening, understanding: Establishing parent and youth priorities in child health research

Abstract Primary Subject area Advocacy Background A growing body of literature supports the active involvement of stakeholders in the prioritization and dissemination of evidence-based health care information. However, in child health related research, the perspectives of parents and youth are rarely acknowledged. Objectives To engage parents and youth in identifying and developing priority lists of research topics that are most relevant and important to youth and their families. Design/Methods We engaged parents and youth across Alberta in a modified James Lind Alliance priority setting exercise. Two lists, containing 27 topics were developed and modified in consultation with local parent and youth advisory groups. The respective lists were sent to parents and youth via online surveys. The anonymous surveys asked parents and youth to rank the topics by rating the degree (5-point Likert scale) to which they agreed the topic was a priority for child health research. All topics rated “Agree” or “Strongly Agree” by ≥ 70% of respondents were retained for discussion. Online focus groups (utilizing deliberative dialogue) to discuss priority topics were held with parents and youth, separately. Focus group discussions were analyzed using thematic analysis; resultant themes and subthemes were used to produce representative research questions. These were then sent via a second online survey to all participating parents and youth, who were asked to rank their ‘top 10’ most important child health research topics. Ethics approval was received from our institutional ethics board, and all participants gave informed consent or assent, prior to any data collection. Results Initial surveys were completed by 273 parents and 344 youth. This resulted in 5 highly rated health research topics for parents (behaviour, learning, and developmental disorders; mental health; food, environment and lifestyle; quality of health care; and vaccines) and 4 for youth (brain and nerve health, mental health, quality of health care, and vaccines), respectively. The research questions stemming from four parent (n=12) and six youth (n=21) focus group discussions were ranked in a second survey, completed by 43 parents and 62 youth. Parents’ highest ranked research topic was “effect of screen time on children’s neurodevelopment”, while the highest ranked topic from youth was “early signs of anxiety and depression in children and youth” (Tables 1 &amp; 2). Conclusion Utilizing the knowledge and experience of Albertan parents and youth, relevant lists of priority topics in child health research were developed. These lists highlight the areas where funding and research should be directed to improve child health outcomes and patient care experiences that are important to parents and youth.

Pengaruh waktu layar terhadap praktik pemberian makan dengan regulasi diri pada perilaku makan anak

The development of self-regulation of eating is strongly influenced by feeding practice. In addition, a child’s screen time has an effect on children eating behavior. The aim of this study was to determine whether screen time acts as a moderator to the relationship between feeding practice and the ability to self-regulation eating in preschool age. Method samples were 95 mothers who had children aged 3-6 years. Participants were chosen using convenient sampling. Data were analyzed using linear regression and sub-groups analysis with ANOVA factorial 2x2. Findings show that screen time doesn’t a moderator of the relationship between restrictive feeding practice and self-regulation of eating. The conclusion is the restrictive feeding practice can interfere with children’s self-regulation of eating abilities. However, the effect of screen time doesn’t significantly contribute to moderating the relationship between restrictive feeding practice and children’s self-regulation of eating